I was excited when I originally wrote about the XStreamHD movie box, with an integrated satellite receiver that could cache HD movies on a local server. But unfortunately, that was in 2007.
Now, more than two years later, XStreamHD is preparing to launch its hardware on April 30, according to a press release that came out in January. (I also received an additional reminder to preorder the service on Friday, which implies that they’re holding to the schedule.)
Unfortunately, a movie-only service in 2010 looks considerably dated.
XStreamHD is launching two hardware bundles: a FAST Start package is priced at $399, while the Pro Start package will be offered for $499. They’re essentially identical, with a 1-terabyte media server, an HD media receiver, HDMI and Ethernet cables. The Pro Start, however, offers what the company calls audiophile-quality audio output. TWICE reported last year that the service will carry a $10 monthly fee, plus the fees for the rental
or purchase of movies, videos and music.
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